Lara McCaffrey
Social Media StrategistAs social media strategist, Lara McCaffrey is responsible for connecting and engaging with our social media audiences. Prior to joining KPBS, Lara worked as a freelance journalist for San Diego CityBeat, HerMoney, OK Whatever, Out There podcast and more. She also interned for Psychology Today and reached millions of readers as a senior content creator at digital media company 101 Network. Lara has a master's in journalism from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism and a bachelor's in political science from University of California, San Diego.
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San Diego Sheriff Kelly Martinez said she won’t comply with a new county policy limiting local agencies’ cooperation with Immigration Customs and Enforcement. A local immigration attorney said that violates state law. Then, the city of San Diego is considering upping parking meter prices as it faces a potential budget deficit next year of more than a quarter billion dollars. And holidays mean spending quality time with family, or arguing with them. Some San Diegans share how they approach — or avoid — polarizing topics with family and friends. -
Jill Ellis is stepping down from her role as San Diego Wave FC’s president to become the chief football officer at FIFA. -
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The general election is one week away, KPBS reporters talk about the San Diego city attorney race and the sales tax measures on your ballot. And the Coast Guard relieved two senior leaders in San Diego due to a “loss of confidence” following an investigation. Plus, Thursday is Halloween and indie theater Cinema Under the Stars is celebrating with an inaugural Halloween film fest.
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The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes held a team selection camp Oct. 27-30 at the Salt Creek Community Park Soccer Arena in Chula Vista. -
The strike started on Dec. 17 and disrupted trash services for Chula Vista and portions of the city of San Diego.
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- San Diego Unified is getting rid of some K-8 middle schools
- San Diego City Council to once again consider Balboa Park parking fees
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